1969 AMC Hornet vs. 2011 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2011 Ford Taurus is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 AMC Hornet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 AMC Hornet would be higher. At 4,983 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC Hornet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Taurus (365 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1969 AMC Hornet. (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1969 AMC Hornet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Taurus weights approximately 632 kg more than 1969 AMC Hornet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 AMC Hornet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Taurus will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford Taurus (474 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 AMC Hornet. (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 AMC Hornet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 AMC Hornet | 2011 Ford Taurus | |
Make | AMC | Ford |
Model | Hornet | Taurus |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4983 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1349 kg | 1981 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1542 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2868 mm |